Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Politics of Planned Development

Question:

Who tried to apply Gandhian principles to economic policies in the context of Indian economy?

Options:

Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan

J. C. Kumarappa

P.C. Mahalanobis

Potti Sreeramulu

Correct Answer:

J. C. Kumarappa

Explanation:

J.C. Kumarappa (1892-1960): Original name J.C. Cornelius; economist and chartered accountant; studied in England and USA; follower of Mahatma Gandhi; tried to apply Gandhian principles to economic policies; author of ‘Economy of Permanence’